ASTM E2068-00
Historical Standard: ASTM E2068-00 Standard Test Method for Determination of Operating Force of Sliding Windows and Doors
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ASTM E2068
1. Scope
1.1 This test method determines the operating forces for opening and closing horizontal and vertical sliding windows and horizontal sliding door systems. It does not address the forces required for opening pivoting, projecting, or other fenestration systems. This test method does not address the use or performance of add-on devices or mechanical operators that might be installed to reduce operating forces of sliding windows or doors. It deals only with the forces necessary to open and close a sash or panel through the direct application of force to the operable sash or panel.
1.2 This test method is suitable for laboratory product comparisons or for qualifying products, or both, as meeting window or door operating force specifications. This test method is also suitable for use in the field to determine the operating forces required to open and close installed sliding windows and doors.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements, see Section .
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
E631 Terminology of Building Constructions
Keywords
breakaway force; closing force; dead weight method; in-motion operating force; opening force; operating force; window operating forces; Breakaway force; Closing force; Dead weight method; In-motion operating force; Opening/operating force; Sliding windows/doors; Window operating force;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 91.060.50 (Doors and windows)
DOI: 10.1520/E2068-00
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